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APS SOCIAL WORKER

City of New York
Location
The Bronx, NY
Compensation
$59,359 - $71,263 / year
Employment type

How to apply

Source: NYC Open Data · Bespree is not the employer.

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Job description

APPLICANTS MUST BE PERMANENT IN SOCIAL WORKER CIVIL SERVICE TITLE.

If You Are Hired Provisionally in This

TITLE, YOU MUST TAKE AND PASS THE CIVIL SERVICE EXAM, WHEN IT BECOMES AVAILABLE, TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR CONTINUED EMPLOYMENT.

The Department of Social Services (DSS) is comprised of the administrative units of the New York City Human Resources Administration (HRA) and the Department of Homeless Services (DHS). HRA is dedicated to fighting poverty and income inequality by providing New Yorkers in need with essential benefits such as Food Assistance and Emergency Rental Assistance. DHS is committed to preventing and addressing homelessness in New York City by employing a variety of innovative strategies to help families and individuals successfully exit shelter and return to self-sufficiency as quickly as possible.

Adult Protective Services (APS) is mandated by the State of New York to provide social, legal and protective services to individuals 18 years of age and older, who because of mental or physical impairments are unable to meet their essential needs for food, shelter, clothing, or medical care, secure benefits and entitlements or protect themselves from physical or mental injury, neglect, maltreatment, or financial exploitation; are in need of protection from actual or threatened harm, neglect or hazardous coordination; and have no one available who is willing and able to assist them responsibly.

The APS Social Worker, under supervision, with some latitude for independent judgment and decision making, provides psychosocial services in any one of the seven APS borough offices. There are seven offices serving the five boroughs. Working closely with the borough office director, supervisors, and case workers, the Social Worker will provide services to individual clients/patients, or to families and/or other groups of adults/children, utilizing casework, group work or community organization methodologies. Job Description The Office of Adult Protective Services (APS) is recruiting one (1) Social Worker to function as an APS Social Worker, who will:

  • Apply social work skills and knowledge to consult with caseworkers and supervisors on complex cases involving abuse, self-neglect, neglect, and resistance to APS efforts.
  • Contribute clinical findings to multidisciplinary team meetings and provide appropriate follow-up, as necessary.
  • Complete psychosocial assessments for supportive housing applications and other services, gathering information through consultations with caseworkers and by accompanying case workers on home visits.
  • Link clients with other public and private programs that can provide appropriate services.
  • Collaborate with social workers in hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, and other medical facilities to assist with discharge planning and other matters.
  • Assist in the preparation of treatment plans and legal documents required for the pursuit of an Article 81court order.
  • Interview and assess APS clients to determine client’s ability to function in the community.
  • Evaluate the quality and appropriateness of service referrals and care provision.

Hours/Schedule: 9-5 flex.

Minimum Qualifications

Qualification Requirements A Master's Degree in Social Work from an accredited school of social work.

License Requirements You will be required to have a valid Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) license issued by the New York State Department of Education within one year of the date of appointment. This license must be presented to the appointing officer at the time of appointment or, if it is obtained after appointment, at the time it is received. This license must be maintained for the duration of your employment.

If you fail to obtain your LMSW or LCSW license within one year of the date of appointment, your probationary period will be automatically extended for six months. If you fail to obtain the required license by the end of 18 months of service, you will be terminated.

Special Note Section 424-a of the New York Social service Law requires an authorized agency to inquire whether a candidate for employment with child-care responsibilities has been the subject of a child abuse and maltreatment report. The agency has the discretion to assign a candidate who has been the subject of a child abuse and maltreatment report to a position with no child-care responsibilities.

Residency Requirement

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

Additional Information

The Human Resources Administration/Department of Social Services/ Department of Homeless Services offers competitive salaries and the following benefits: Generous Pension Plans (The New York Employees' Retirement System).

401(k) and Roth 457 Retirement Savings Programs.

U.S. Savings Bonds Flexible Spending Program.

Health Benefits, Dental, Vision Coverage, Prescription Drug Program.

Training and Professional Development.

Opportunity for Scholarship; College Savings Program.

Paid Holidays and Generous Annual Leave.

About employer

The City of New York delivers public services through agencies working across education, parks, public safety, health, infrastructure, and other areas.

Full-time
Date posted
Sep 16, 2026
2500 Halsey Street, The Bronx, NY 10461

How to apply

Source: NYC Open Data · Bespree is not the employer.

Need a resume for this application?

Tailor your resume for this job

Job description

APPLICANTS MUST BE PERMANENT IN SOCIAL WORKER CIVIL SERVICE TITLE.

If You Are Hired Provisionally in This

TITLE, YOU MUST TAKE AND PASS THE CIVIL SERVICE EXAM, WHEN IT BECOMES AVAILABLE, TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR CONTINUED EMPLOYMENT.

The Department of Social Services (DSS) is comprised of the administrative units of the New York City Human Resources Administration (HRA) and the Department of Homeless Services (DHS). HRA is dedicated to fighting poverty and income inequality by providing New Yorkers in need with essential benefits such as Food Assistance and Emergency Rental Assistance. DHS is committed to preventing and addressing homelessness in New York City by employing a variety of innovative strategies to help families and individuals successfully exit shelter and return to self-sufficiency as quickly as possible.

Adult Protective Services (APS) is mandated by the State of New York to provide social, legal and protective services to individuals 18 years of age and older, who because of mental or physical impairments are unable to meet their essential needs for food, shelter, clothing, or medical care, secure benefits and entitlements or protect themselves from physical or mental injury, neglect, maltreatment, or financial exploitation; are in need of protection from actual or threatened harm, neglect or hazardous coordination; and have no one available who is willing and able to assist them responsibly.

The APS Social Worker, under supervision, with some latitude for independent judgment and decision making, provides psychosocial services in any one of the seven APS borough offices. There are seven offices serving the five boroughs. Working closely with the borough office director, supervisors, and case workers, the Social Worker will provide services to individual clients/patients, or to families and/or other groups of adults/children, utilizing casework, group work or community organization methodologies. Job Description The Office of Adult Protective Services (APS) is recruiting one (1) Social Worker to function as an APS Social Worker, who will:

  • Apply social work skills and knowledge to consult with caseworkers and supervisors on complex cases involving abuse, self-neglect, neglect, and resistance to APS efforts.
  • Contribute clinical findings to multidisciplinary team meetings and provide appropriate follow-up, as necessary.
  • Complete psychosocial assessments for supportive housing applications and other services, gathering information through consultations with caseworkers and by accompanying case workers on home visits.
  • Link clients with other public and private programs that can provide appropriate services.
  • Collaborate with social workers in hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, and other medical facilities to assist with discharge planning and other matters.
  • Assist in the preparation of treatment plans and legal documents required for the pursuit of an Article 81court order.
  • Interview and assess APS clients to determine client’s ability to function in the community.
  • Evaluate the quality and appropriateness of service referrals and care provision.

Hours/Schedule: 9-5 flex.

Minimum Qualifications

Qualification Requirements A Master's Degree in Social Work from an accredited school of social work.

License Requirements You will be required to have a valid Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) license issued by the New York State Department of Education within one year of the date of appointment. This license must be presented to the appointing officer at the time of appointment or, if it is obtained after appointment, at the time it is received. This license must be maintained for the duration of your employment.

If you fail to obtain your LMSW or LCSW license within one year of the date of appointment, your probationary period will be automatically extended for six months. If you fail to obtain the required license by the end of 18 months of service, you will be terminated.

Special Note Section 424-a of the New York Social service Law requires an authorized agency to inquire whether a candidate for employment with child-care responsibilities has been the subject of a child abuse and maltreatment report. The agency has the discretion to assign a candidate who has been the subject of a child abuse and maltreatment report to a position with no child-care responsibilities.

Residency Requirement

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

Additional Information

The Human Resources Administration/Department of Social Services/ Department of Homeless Services offers competitive salaries and the following benefits: Generous Pension Plans (The New York Employees' Retirement System).

401(k) and Roth 457 Retirement Savings Programs.

U.S. Savings Bonds Flexible Spending Program.

Health Benefits, Dental, Vision Coverage, Prescription Drug Program.

Training and Professional Development.

Opportunity for Scholarship; College Savings Program.

Paid Holidays and Generous Annual Leave.

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

About employer

The City of New York delivers public services through agencies working across education, parks, public safety, health, infrastructure, and other areas.